Nathan (PixelPipes)
@pixelpipes.bsky.social
Retro computer and 3D hardware enthusiast, host and creator of the PixelPipes YouTube channel. Follow me to relive the glory days of 3D graphics! (He/Him)
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GeForce 6200: A Needlessly Comprehensive Video
YouTube video by PixelPipes
youtu.be
I bought way too many GeForce 6200s, so now I've gotta inflict my fiscal irresponsibility on you, the unsuspecting viewer!
Join me as we take a look at the graphics card that redeemed the budget category, for a generation at least!
youtu.be/BYuU5k5V9U4?...
Join me as we take a look at the graphics card that redeemed the budget category, for a generation at least!
youtu.be/BYuU5k5V9U4?...
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January 16, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Hmmmmmmmmmmm
SEOUL, Jan 13 (Reuters) - South Korea's special prosecutor on Tuesday requested the death penalty for former president Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of insurrection over his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024.
January 14, 2026 at 12:08 AM
Hmmmmmmmmmmm
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Poor Adrian. 😂
I warned you, man! The Lisa has been the one computer I've worked on by a wide margin that would throw me the STUPIDEST of roadblocks in an attempt to _just not stay running._
I warned you, man! The Lisa has been the one computer I've worked on by a wide margin that would throw me the STUPIDEST of roadblocks in an attempt to _just not stay running._
January 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Poor Adrian. 😂
I warned you, man! The Lisa has been the one computer I've worked on by a wide margin that would throw me the STUPIDEST of roadblocks in an attempt to _just not stay running._
I warned you, man! The Lisa has been the one computer I've worked on by a wide margin that would throw me the STUPIDEST of roadblocks in an attempt to _just not stay running._
Just a PSA for whoever might need it: Recognize there is only so much you can take in. Awareness of what's happening around you is important, but learn to turn it off when it becomes too much to process. Disconnect, and take a step back. Let the waves rest. Your own preservation is important too.
January 9, 2026 at 2:57 AM
Just a PSA for whoever might need it: Recognize there is only so much you can take in. Awareness of what's happening around you is important, but learn to turn it off when it becomes too much to process. Disconnect, and take a step back. Let the waves rest. Your own preservation is important too.
Really good talk and insightful questions, with a guy who is always one of the most refreshingly frank and honest voices in the field. (He's actually willing to say 'I don't know' sometimes!) Worth a watch!
I Interviewed Intel's Tom Petersen and we talked all Things Arc/Battlemage, XeSS 3, Frame Generation, Smoothness, Game Stutters, and how Intel will be approaching Advanced Shader Delivery for its users. Really amazing answers from Tom here, do watch!
youtu.be/8ydfKE1dffo
youtu.be/8ydfKE1dffo
Inside Intel - The Future Of PC Performance, Panther Lake, Multi-Frame Gen - Tom Petersen Interview
YouTube video by Digital Foundry
youtu.be
January 8, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Really good talk and insightful questions, with a guy who is always one of the most refreshingly frank and honest voices in the field. (He's actually willing to say 'I don't know' sometimes!) Worth a watch!
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Ever wanted a PicoGUS or PicoMEM but for PCMCIA? @yyzkevin.com's PicoPCMCIA adds modern WiFi networking, Sound Blaster, GUS, CD-ROM, and storage to any computer with a PCMCIA slot. He's getting closer to launch and is now taking deposits for the first run of cards. www.yyzkevin.com/picopcmcia/
January 5, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Ever wanted a PicoGUS or PicoMEM but for PCMCIA? @yyzkevin.com's PicoPCMCIA adds modern WiFi networking, Sound Blaster, GUS, CD-ROM, and storage to any computer with a PCMCIA slot. He's getting closer to launch and is now taking deposits for the first run of cards. www.yyzkevin.com/picopcmcia/
This is me just trying to figure out how to fix my Compaq Portable III
Usagi's video today really hit close to home with the IV/90 I'm still trying to understand.
January 5, 2026 at 1:48 AM
This is me just trying to figure out how to fix my Compaq Portable III
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I was going to be a bit more celebratory today with getting the last video of the year finished and stuff, then it got dropped on me pretty hard this morning that over the weekend we lost an icon in the world of tech reporting.
😔
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
😔
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
December 31, 2025 at 2:59 PM
I was going to be a bit more celebratory today with getting the last video of the year finished and stuff, then it got dropped on me pretty hard this morning that over the weekend we lost an icon in the world of tech reporting.
😔
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
😔
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
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Stewart Cheifet and Gary Kildall were regular guests on my television growing up. The Computer Chronicles always made me feel like I was a part of this impossible dream of being a Silicon Valley insider. Thank you, Mr. Cheifet.
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
Stewart Cheifet Obituary December 28, 2025 - Goldsteins Funeral
View Stewart Cheifet's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com
December 31, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Stewart Cheifet and Gary Kildall were regular guests on my television growing up. The Computer Chronicles always made me feel like I was a part of this impossible dream of being a Silicon Valley insider. Thank you, Mr. Cheifet.
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
NOOOOOOOO GODDAMMIT!!
What an unbelievably terrible parting shot for a terrible year! Shit, man!
Such a seminal figure, not just in reporting on computer technology, but in data preservation, and so much more. Many times I'd dream of getting to talk to him, unlikely as it was, but now I never will.
What an unbelievably terrible parting shot for a terrible year! Shit, man!
Such a seminal figure, not just in reporting on computer technology, but in data preservation, and so much more. Many times I'd dream of getting to talk to him, unlikely as it was, but now I never will.
Aw man 😞 Rest in peace Mr Cheifet, host of Computer Chronicles: obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-chei...
What a legend. His work in both presenting and preserving the early days of computer history has been (and will continue to be) deeply appreciated! My condolences to his family and friends.
What a legend. His work in both presenting and preserving the early days of computer history has been (and will continue to be) deeply appreciated! My condolences to his family and friends.
Stewart Cheifet Obituary December 28, 2025 - Goldsteins Funeral
View Stewart Cheifet's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.
obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com
January 1, 2026 at 12:57 AM
NOOOOOOOO GODDAMMIT!!
What an unbelievably terrible parting shot for a terrible year! Shit, man!
Such a seminal figure, not just in reporting on computer technology, but in data preservation, and so much more. Many times I'd dream of getting to talk to him, unlikely as it was, but now I never will.
What an unbelievably terrible parting shot for a terrible year! Shit, man!
Such a seminal figure, not just in reporting on computer technology, but in data preservation, and so much more. Many times I'd dream of getting to talk to him, unlikely as it was, but now I never will.
I bought way too many GeForce 6200s, so now I've gotta inflict my fiscal irresponsibility on you, the unsuspecting viewer!
Join me as we take a look at the graphics card that redeemed the budget category, for a generation at least!
youtu.be/BYuU5k5V9U4?...
Join me as we take a look at the graphics card that redeemed the budget category, for a generation at least!
youtu.be/BYuU5k5V9U4?...
GeForce 6200: A Needlessly Comprehensive Video
YouTube video by PixelPipes
youtu.be
December 31, 2025 at 4:57 PM
I bought way too many GeForce 6200s, so now I've gotta inflict my fiscal irresponsibility on you, the unsuspecting viewer!
Join me as we take a look at the graphics card that redeemed the budget category, for a generation at least!
youtu.be/BYuU5k5V9U4?...
Join me as we take a look at the graphics card that redeemed the budget category, for a generation at least!
youtu.be/BYuU5k5V9U4?...
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Many thanks to @lgr-yt.bsky.social, @actionretro.bsky.social and @adriansdigitalbasement.com for lending their vocal talents to my new video!
youtu.be/JHqiiPGPHFY
#Macintosh #StarTrek #TransparentAluminum
youtu.be/JHqiiPGPHFY
#Macintosh #StarTrek #TransparentAluminum
How the Macintosh Plus helped make Star Trek history! #VFX
YouTube video by Ron's Computer Videos
youtu.be
December 26, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Many thanks to @lgr-yt.bsky.social, @actionretro.bsky.social and @adriansdigitalbasement.com for lending their vocal talents to my new video!
youtu.be/JHqiiPGPHFY
#Macintosh #StarTrek #TransparentAluminum
youtu.be/JHqiiPGPHFY
#Macintosh #StarTrek #TransparentAluminum
Absolutely love this series, and holy cow that Julie doll is more advanced than toys of today.
Another LGR Christmas thing! Watching/reacting/researching stuff in the Computer Chronicles Christmas Buyer's Guide from 1987
youtu.be/bWXLDfbmpU8
And that's it for both holiday videos and LGR overall in 2025. Have a happy new year and I look forward to getting back to more LGR things in January 🎉
youtu.be/bWXLDfbmpU8
And that's it for both holiday videos and LGR overall in 2025. Have a happy new year and I look forward to getting back to more LGR things in January 🎉
1987 Computer Chronicles Christmas Buyer's Guide 🎁
YouTube video by LGR
youtu.be
December 22, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Absolutely love this series, and holy cow that Julie doll is more advanced than toys of today.
OK, VLB cards, cool technology. 32-bits. Backwards compatible. Neatness.
Freakin PITA(!) to actually remove and especially insert. Not only do they need to be forced near the point of breaking to put in, but they have to be seated PERFECTLY to function. So too often I have to reseat it.
Not a fan.
Freakin PITA(!) to actually remove and especially insert. Not only do they need to be forced near the point of breaking to put in, but they have to be seated PERFECTLY to function. So too often I have to reseat it.
Not a fan.
December 22, 2025 at 12:45 AM
OK, VLB cards, cool technology. 32-bits. Backwards compatible. Neatness.
Freakin PITA(!) to actually remove and especially insert. Not only do they need to be forced near the point of breaking to put in, but they have to be seated PERFECTLY to function. So too often I have to reseat it.
Not a fan.
Freakin PITA(!) to actually remove and especially insert. Not only do they need to be forced near the point of breaking to put in, but they have to be seated PERFECTLY to function. So too often I have to reseat it.
Not a fan.
The #1 movie when you were 10 years old is how your 2026 is going to go.
oh. that's... that's probably fine.
oh. that's... that's probably fine.
December 21, 2025 at 2:47 AM
The #1 movie when you were 10 years old is how your 2026 is going to go.
oh. that's... that's probably fine.
oh. that's... that's probably fine.
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a dumb idea i had yesterday
December 18, 2025 at 10:46 PM
a dumb idea i had yesterday
Not to, ya know, flex or anything, but I found this unopened package of RAM, and I'm pretty sure this means I can retire early. 😎
December 18, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Not to, ya know, flex or anything, but I found this unopened package of RAM, and I'm pretty sure this means I can retire early. 😎
I gave the Video Memory Tester made by @necroware.bsky.social a try today, and here are my results!
Super useful and awesome to be able to add it to the toolchest!
Give it a try!
(Side note: I confirmed it works on PCIe cards 😄)
youtube.com/shorts/vwRbG...
Super useful and awesome to be able to add it to the toolchest!
Give it a try!
(Side note: I confirmed it works on PCIe cards 😄)
youtube.com/shorts/vwRbG...
Trying Necroware's new Video Memory Tester!
YouTube video by PixelPipes
youtube.com
December 16, 2025 at 2:13 AM
I gave the Video Memory Tester made by @necroware.bsky.social a try today, and here are my results!
Super useful and awesome to be able to add it to the toolchest!
Give it a try!
(Side note: I confirmed it works on PCIe cards 😄)
youtube.com/shorts/vwRbG...
Super useful and awesome to be able to add it to the toolchest!
Give it a try!
(Side note: I confirmed it works on PCIe cards 😄)
youtube.com/shorts/vwRbG...
Really sad to hear about Rob Reiner. Not just a legend in Hollywood, but an incredible activist and equal rights advocate. The world lost a truly great creator, and warrior.
December 15, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Really sad to hear about Rob Reiner. Not just a legend in Hollywood, but an incredible activist and equal rights advocate. The world lost a truly great creator, and warrior.
This is a SUPER awesome project by @necroware.bsky.social for helping to diagnose which video memory chip(s) on your card are defective. Huge thanks to them for creating it!
Check out the video and download the tool for DOS to try out:
youtu.be/B8poUa7nwUE?...
github.com/necroware/vi...
Check out the video and download the tool for DOS to try out:
youtu.be/B8poUa7nwUE?...
github.com/necroware/vi...
Video Memory Tester
YouTube video by Necroware
youtu.be
December 12, 2025 at 4:42 PM
This is a SUPER awesome project by @necroware.bsky.social for helping to diagnose which video memory chip(s) on your card are defective. Huge thanks to them for creating it!
Check out the video and download the tool for DOS to try out:
youtu.be/B8poUa7nwUE?...
github.com/necroware/vi...
Check out the video and download the tool for DOS to try out:
youtu.be/B8poUa7nwUE?...
github.com/necroware/vi...
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I took Nathan's ( @pixelpipes.bsky.social ) suggestion (to @actionretro.bsky.social ) of using this cheap PCI GeForce GT210 on old Pentium 4 systems without AGP/PCIe slots. This tiny card was the perfect solution for a D2700 Atom system! It literally runs rings around the Atom's GMA 3650 on XP...
December 10, 2025 at 4:12 AM
I took Nathan's ( @pixelpipes.bsky.social ) suggestion (to @actionretro.bsky.social ) of using this cheap PCI GeForce GT210 on old Pentium 4 systems without AGP/PCIe slots. This tiny card was the perfect solution for a D2700 Atom system! It literally runs rings around the Atom's GMA 3650 on XP...
I poked around a bit with this today. I can't find any shorts, nothing blown, voltages all look good. POST card doesn't see anything.
Both this system and my previous non-working machine are basically in the same state now. I'm gonna need better tools (like a scope) to have any hope of fixing it.
Both this system and my previous non-working machine are basically in the same state now. I'm gonna need better tools (like a scope) to have any hope of fixing it.
Noooo! I literally just used it the night before last. :(
Can't be the clock battery, that only has like a year of use on it
Guess I know what I'm working on this weekend...
Can't be the clock battery, that only has like a year of use on it
Guess I know what I'm working on this weekend...
December 10, 2025 at 12:39 AM
I poked around a bit with this today. I can't find any shorts, nothing blown, voltages all look good. POST card doesn't see anything.
Both this system and my previous non-working machine are basically in the same state now. I'm gonna need better tools (like a scope) to have any hope of fixing it.
Both this system and my previous non-working machine are basically in the same state now. I'm gonna need better tools (like a scope) to have any hope of fixing it.
Pro tip (that I only found out today because I'm not a pro):
Baking soda & peroxide toothpaste makes for an amazing polish for gold stained aluminum
Before/After
Baking soda & peroxide toothpaste makes for an amazing polish for gold stained aluminum
Before/After
December 8, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Pro tip (that I only found out today because I'm not a pro):
Baking soda & peroxide toothpaste makes for an amazing polish for gold stained aluminum
Before/After
Baking soda & peroxide toothpaste makes for an amazing polish for gold stained aluminum
Before/After
Am I wrong in thinking that Robin Williams looked pretty cool in a mustache?
December 8, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Am I wrong in thinking that Robin Williams looked pretty cool in a mustache?